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GBP 6547 Student Funding Graduate Business Partner

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Job Summary
 
The Student Funding Team at the university have a new graduate opportunity for an organised individual to assist with triaging and processing applications for financial support through the Success for All Fund. You will handle sensitive data, be methodical and have a professional manner in written communications.
 
This role is part of the Graduate Business Partnership (GBP) scheme and offers full-time hours for 6 months. There is a hybrid working arrangement for flexibility with access to offices on Streatham Campus in Exeter, and you will have access to a competitive range of benefits.
 
Key Dates
 
Closing Date: 8/2/23
Interview Date: w/c 13/2/23
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months
 
Salary: £22,715 per annum
 
 
Purpose of the Role
 
The purpose of the role is to support the Student Funding Team in their work to process and allocate bursaries, hardship funds and other funding through the Success for All Fund. This role will also support related widening participation activity (e.g. administration of the Student Funding Working Group; supporting pre-applicant student funding advice sessions etc)


Duties and Responsibilities
 
  • Work to support activities identified by the Student Funding Team to support processing activity
  • Work with colleagues to respond to student enquiries and gather evidence in support of applications
  • Provide high quality general administration support for the work of the team
  • Work under supervision to process applications for funding through the Success for All Fund
  • Help plan communications to enhance the applicant experience e.g. FAQs, web content and other resources as required
  • Support the work of the WP Team as required in organizing student financial advice sessions; dealing with student enquiries or creating information resources.
 

Training and Development Opportunities
 
  • You will be offered on the job training and development in a wide range of activities in line with the work being undertaken.
  • You will have access to LinkedIn Learning plus the university’s extensive suite of online and in-person training and development courses.

 
Support Available

  • You will meet with your line manager formally on a weekly basis, but will also be supported by other members of ESS and/or academic colleagues on an informal basis.
  • The university offers extensive support to staff, including a structured Professional Development Review and Wellbeing Service plus GBPs are offered 1:1 support from the Internships Team.

The Benefits
You will have access to a wide range of benefits, rewards and recognition from the University including:
  • Flexible/Hybrid working
  • Generous pension
  • A holiday allowance of 39 days per year
  • Totum Card (student discount)
  • Salary Exchange Schemes such as the Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Discounted membership to the university's sports facilities including cricket centre, indoor/outdoor pools, squash courts and fitness centre’s.
  • The university offers extensive support to staff, including a structured Professional Development Review and Wellbeing Service plus 1:1 support from the Internships Team. 
  • All Graduates are offered a ‘how to make the most of your internship’ guide.
  • You will have access to the university’s Career Mentor Scheme and career consultancy opportunities.
  • You will have access to the university’s extensive suite of online training which includes Excel, presentation skills, and negotiation skills, plus access to LinkedIn Learning.
  • You will be invited to ‘The Graduate Network’ events exclusively for GBP’s and their line managers.
 
About You (Person Specification)

Attainments/Qualifications
  • A graduate from a UK university from the last 3 years and the degree can be in any subject.

 

Skills and Understanding

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Able to manage a varied and demanding workload and to work to quickly changing deadlines
  • Excellent organisation skills
  • An interest in student learning experience

Prior Experience

  • Desirable to have been involved in any change projects, project management, event organising.
  • Desirable to have evidence of working with academic or student colleagues in capacity as class rep, or similar roles.

Personal Qualities and Attributes

  • Creative approach to problem solving
  • Ability to work alone or as part of a small team, prioritising appropriately
  • Able to effectively communicate with lots of different members of the university community, students, academic colleagues and senior managers.

About the University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 150 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022 and QS World University Ranking 2022). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2017.
 
Our research income in recent years means we’re the fastest growing UK Research University with some of the world’s most influential scientists, and we seek to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today through this. 98% of our research is of international quality (2014 Research Excellence Framework). We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business, and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City

Graduate Business Partnership (GBP) Scheme Requirements
  • To undertake a graduate role through the GBP scheme, you must have either achieved your degree or be in your final year at any UK-based university.
  • If you are in your final year, your working hours may be reduced to 15 hours per week (for undergraduates) or 6 hours per week (for postgraduates) to ensure you have the capacity to successfully complete your degree. More hours can be completed if your academic agrees and provides written confirmation.
  • If you do not pass your degree, the GBP role will end early.
  • You must have graduated in the UK within the last 3 years of your most recent degree (we will consider extenuating circumstances of potential applicants that may have prevented them from undertaking a graduate role within 3 years of graduation).
  • The University of Exeter is committed to developing an environment which promotes equality of opportunity, values diversity and inclusivity. 
  • Learn about the university’s commitment to the Disability Confident scheme here
  • At the time of starting employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK and evidence must be provided in advance of the appointment. Examples of suitable evidence can be found in the Intern Guidance- Proving Right to Work the UK guide. Candidates should continue to have permission for the duration of the GBP contract. This includes British citizens, individuals with an EU Pre-Settlement or EU-Settlement Status; and those with a Graduate Route Visa.
  • All graduates need to reside in the UK whilst undertaking this role.
 
How to Apply
  • Download and complete the attached Internship Application Form. CVs cannot be accepted. 
  • Guidance and useful tips for completing your application are found on the Internship Application Form.  
  • Refer to the job details contained within the advert when writing your personal statement. 
  • Use the STAR approach to evidence each requirement in the Person Specification.  
  • You should insert the correct reference code on the application form: GBP 6547 
  • Please save your Internship Application Form as ‘your name - GBP 6547’   
  • The University is a Disability Confident employer and as such this policy applies to recruitment through GBP Scheme. Applicants who identify a disability on the application form will be offered an interview if their application demonstrates they meet the essential criteria. Please also include details of any reasonable adjustments you may need for an interview or to undertake the role.  
  • You should explain why you would like to work for the employing organisation and why you think you would be a suitable candidate for this role.  
  • Send your completed application (not by OneDrive) to internships@exeter.ac.uk, with the reference code: GBP 6547 in the subject bar of your email, by the closing date. 
 
Further Guidance and Support
  • (Exeter graduates only) You can refer to the My Career Zone Digital resources on application and interview preparation here.  
  • (Exeter graduates only) If you need support with your application, you can book an appointment with a Careerzone Advisor by emailing careers@exeter.ac.uk (Exeter) / cc-careers@exeter.ac.uk (Penryn).
  • Unless stated, interview expenses will not be paid.
  • It is recommended that you check your online presence on social media to ensure it represents you well, as some employers may undertake online research of their applicants.
  • If you have any questions, you can email the Internships Team at internships@exeter.ac.uk